2009 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Rabbit | Integra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
